With the release of its 2013 Sustainability Report, DuPont has achieved most of its 2015 sustainability goals three years ahead of schedule. The company’s 2015 market-facing goals, set in 2006, focused on the shared value DuPont products bring to customers. As of last year, the company has generated over $6.7 billion in revenue from products that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. DuPont has also invested nearly $4 billion in research and development programs to develop products with direct, quantifiable environmental benefits for our customers. Learn more at: http://www.dupont.com/corporate-functions/our-approach/sustainability/performance-reporting/sustainability-reports.html
Creating Sustainability Plan to Maximize Profits & Create Differentiationkcoemkt
This document discusses creating sustainability plans to maximize profits and differentiation. It defines sustainability as balancing environmental, social and economic concerns. A sustainability plan comprehensively measures a company's impacts and allows them to prove their sustainability credentials. Developing a plan involves collecting and analyzing data on impacts, then using that information to guide business decisions and reporting. Integrating sustainability into strategic planning, operations and stakeholder engagement can strengthen brands and the industry overall.
This document summarizes SunPower's 2011-2013 sustainability report. Some key highlights include:
- SunPower received the solar industry's first Cradle to Cradle certification for panels produced in Mexico, which has become their largest production site.
- They launched a zero waste to landfill initiative across panel assembly sites and became a Circular Economy 100 member.
- SunPower installed 4.7 gigawatts of solar globally by 2013, avoiding almost 10 million metric tons of CO2.
- Going forward, their plan is to pursue industry-leading efficiency in operations and resource management to produce the cleanest, most eco-friendly energy solutions.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the Sustainia100 guide, which highlights 100 innovative sustainable solutions from around the world. The solutions presented are proven to work, have a positive environmental and social impact, and are financially viable. The guide is organized across 10 sectors and provides investors, businesses, and other stakeholders with best practice examples to inspire sustainable transformation.
- DuPont reported third quarter 2014 earnings, with operating earnings per share up 20% year-over-year to $0.54. Net sales were down 3% to $7.5 billion due to portfolio changes and currency impacts.
- Segment operating earnings increased 8% to $923 million due to strong results in Safety & Protection from productivity gains and Nutrition & Health from higher volume and lower raw material costs.
- The outlook for full-year 2014 operating EPS remains $4.00-$4.10 despite some headwinds. Performance Chemicals spin-off remains on track for mid-2015.
This document outlines keys to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including following a healthy diet high in fiber and low in salt, sugar, and saturated fats. It recommends getting regular exercise through aerobic activity 3 times a week and lower intensity exercise 5 days a week, as well as adequate rest through 6-8 hours of sleep per night. Maintaining a healthy weight with a BMI between 18.5-25 kg/m2 is also discussed. Common illnesses like infectious diseases, lifestyle diseases, and genetic disorders are briefly covered. Spiritual health is mentioned as an important part of overall wellness.
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill, 2013 seeks to establish Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERAs) at the state level to regulate the real estate sector and protect consumer interests. The bill aims to define promoters and real estate agents, require their mandatory registration, and establish rules for escrow accounts, cross-border advertising standards, dispute resolution mechanisms, and penalties for non-compliance. It covers both commercial and residential real estate projects across India except Jammu and Kashmir.
The document summarizes an experiment that investigated the effects of cyclical hair bleaching on hair strength. 27 hair switches were bleached for 1-3 cycles, with bleaching times ranging from 0-120 minutes. The researcher hypothesized that more bleaching cycles would decrease hair strength. Hair strength was measured by dividing tensile strength by average hair diameter. While the data did not support the hypothesis, qualitative analysis suggested the hypothesis was valid but the data was inaccurate, possibly due to methodology errors. The researcher recommended using a validated hair strength measurement method in future studies.
Creating Sustainability Plan to Maximize Profits & Create Differentiationkcoemkt
This document discusses creating sustainability plans to maximize profits and differentiation. It defines sustainability as balancing environmental, social and economic concerns. A sustainability plan comprehensively measures a company's impacts and allows them to prove their sustainability credentials. Developing a plan involves collecting and analyzing data on impacts, then using that information to guide business decisions and reporting. Integrating sustainability into strategic planning, operations and stakeholder engagement can strengthen brands and the industry overall.
This document summarizes SunPower's 2011-2013 sustainability report. Some key highlights include:
- SunPower received the solar industry's first Cradle to Cradle certification for panels produced in Mexico, which has become their largest production site.
- They launched a zero waste to landfill initiative across panel assembly sites and became a Circular Economy 100 member.
- SunPower installed 4.7 gigawatts of solar globally by 2013, avoiding almost 10 million metric tons of CO2.
- Going forward, their plan is to pursue industry-leading efficiency in operations and resource management to produce the cleanest, most eco-friendly energy solutions.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the Sustainia100 guide, which highlights 100 innovative sustainable solutions from around the world. The solutions presented are proven to work, have a positive environmental and social impact, and are financially viable. The guide is organized across 10 sectors and provides investors, businesses, and other stakeholders with best practice examples to inspire sustainable transformation.
- DuPont reported third quarter 2014 earnings, with operating earnings per share up 20% year-over-year to $0.54. Net sales were down 3% to $7.5 billion due to portfolio changes and currency impacts.
- Segment operating earnings increased 8% to $923 million due to strong results in Safety & Protection from productivity gains and Nutrition & Health from higher volume and lower raw material costs.
- The outlook for full-year 2014 operating EPS remains $4.00-$4.10 despite some headwinds. Performance Chemicals spin-off remains on track for mid-2015.
This document outlines keys to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including following a healthy diet high in fiber and low in salt, sugar, and saturated fats. It recommends getting regular exercise through aerobic activity 3 times a week and lower intensity exercise 5 days a week, as well as adequate rest through 6-8 hours of sleep per night. Maintaining a healthy weight with a BMI between 18.5-25 kg/m2 is also discussed. Common illnesses like infectious diseases, lifestyle diseases, and genetic disorders are briefly covered. Spiritual health is mentioned as an important part of overall wellness.
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill, 2013 seeks to establish Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERAs) at the state level to regulate the real estate sector and protect consumer interests. The bill aims to define promoters and real estate agents, require their mandatory registration, and establish rules for escrow accounts, cross-border advertising standards, dispute resolution mechanisms, and penalties for non-compliance. It covers both commercial and residential real estate projects across India except Jammu and Kashmir.
The document summarizes an experiment that investigated the effects of cyclical hair bleaching on hair strength. 27 hair switches were bleached for 1-3 cycles, with bleaching times ranging from 0-120 minutes. The researcher hypothesized that more bleaching cycles would decrease hair strength. Hair strength was measured by dividing tensile strength by average hair diameter. While the data did not support the hypothesis, qualitative analysis suggested the hypothesis was valid but the data was inaccurate, possibly due to methodology errors. The researcher recommended using a validated hair strength measurement method in future studies.
H2OGO is a platform that connects local water entrepreneurs with businesses and non-governmental organizations to fund water projects. It functions as a "Craigslist" for water projects by providing a searchable database of entrepreneurs and organizations that can be filtered by region, project type, or partner NGO. The platform also communicates simple and sustainable funding options to help businesses invest in water projects at the community level through existing NGO partnerships. The goal of H2OGO is to grow the number of water projects worldwide and ensure long-term support through continued private sector involvement and reinvestment.
MCC is seeking a mobile application developer with 3-4 years of experience to develop front-end coding for mobile apps using PhoneGap. The role offers benefits like PF, medical insurance, bonus, and LTA. The company was founded in 1975 and has long-term customer relationships. It provides regular training on technologies like Android and iOS and focuses on career growth from Software Trainee to Project Manager. The developer will be responsible for front-end coding, debugging apps, and submitting apps to app stores. Strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, frameworks, and mobile development technologies are required.
Business Process Services: Redefining Business Process OutsourcingCognizant
Business process services (BPS) enables organizations across industry and functional silos to more effectively lash together the collective strengths of global talent, standardized processes and the latest technology to deliver continuous business impact.
Qubee is a wireless broadband internet provider that aims to provide affordable and reliable internet access to underserved communities in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other parts of Asia and Africa. The company was founded in 2007 and uses WiMAX technology to deliver broadband internet services through various residential and business packages. Qubee faces competition from other internet providers but sees opportunities for growth in emerging markets that lack reliable internet access.
As a matter of ignorance often we become biased by Myth related to health which is false belief or idea.To lead a healthy life certainly we have to abide by Islam & Science.
The document is a business process reengineering report for Takaful Pakistan, an Islamic insurance company. The report identifies issues with Takaful Pakistan's traditional fragmented processes and proposes solutions based on business process reengineering principles. Key points:
- Currently processes are divided into siloed departments, leading to long lead times and complexity.
- Authority is centralized, requiring multiple approvals that slow the process.
- Customer priority is not established, with all applications treated equally regardless of customer type.
The proposed solution converges tasks into an end-to-end process handled by a cross-functional "Fareeq-e-Takaful" team. It also implements a flattened authority structure and prior
Unilever's 2012 Progress Report summarizes their work on the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan (USLP). The USLP aims to help more than 1 billion people improve their health and well-being, halve the environmental footprint of Unilever's products, and source all agricultural raw materials sustainably by 2020. In 2012, Unilever made progress on reducing energy, water, and waste in factories. They also increased sustainably sourced agricultural raw materials to 36% and purchased all palm oil through GreenPalm certificates. Looking ahead, Unilever is committed to further progress on the USLP goals through partnerships and initiatives that contribute to sustainable growth.
DuPont Food Security Fact Sheets: Together we can feed the worldDuPont
DuPont is committed to addressing global food security through science-based innovations across its businesses. It has convened an external advisory committee to examine public policy and business practices to achieve food security. In response, DuPont committed to goals focused on R&D, engaging youth, and improving rural communities by 2020. Progress so far includes $1.2 billion invested in R&D and outreach to over 500,000 smallholder farmers and youth.
2013 General Mills Global Responsibility ReportGeneralMillsPR
On April 30, 2013, General Mills released its 2013 Global Responsibility Report, which outlines the company’s progress and commitments in the areas of health, environment, sourcing, workplace and community engagement.
Abbott developed Similac Advance EarlyShield infant formula to support babies' immune systems based on input from mothers and health professionals. The formula contains prebiotics and nucleotides shown to promote digestive and immune health. Abbott sources high-quality ingredients and subjects all materials to strict safety standards. The accompanying SimplePac packaging was redesigned for hygienic and easy use based on mother feedback. Its unique design eliminates the need to handle powder directly. Abbott responsibly markets nutrition products and ensures marketing practices comply with relevant standards.
Thermo Fisher Scientific produces an annual corporate social responsibility report that summarizes their initiatives in business sustainability, employee involvement, and philanthropic giving. The report discusses efforts to increase productivity and efficiency, reduce waste and environmental impact, invest in employees, and support local communities through charitable donations and volunteer programs. These CSR programs are aligned with the company's core values and mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
The Footprint Forum went to Fruit Towers to talk about Agriculture Abroad and the positive contribution that Foodservice can make to the global food system and sustainability
The document discusses environmental sustainability and sustainable development goals. It provides information on key goals like affordable clean energy, no poverty, climate action, zero hunger, and the Paris Agreement. Case studies on the environmental management systems of Panasonic and McKinsey & Company are presented. The importance of environmental sustainability to businesses is discussed. Ways individuals can contribute to sustainability are listed as planting trees, supporting sustainability organizations, carpooling, recycling, and minimizing waste.
The document discusses climate action (SDG 13) and taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. It provides an overview of climate change, including that greenhouse gas emissions are over 50% higher than in 1990 and global warming is causing long-lasting changes that threaten irreversible consequences if unchecked. It notes that people around the world are suffering from extreme weather and that vulnerable groups are most severely impacted. The goal of climate action is to integrate measures into national policies and strategies to reduce greenhouse gases, build resilience, and lower carbon footprints.
Jacobs’ capabilities span the
spectrum of engineering and
professional services, including
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management, decision-making
support, resiliency, management
consulting, organisational change
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Brian Jones, Regional President of DuPont Nutrition & Health for South Asia, discusses DuPont's focus on the Indian market and efforts to address malnutrition in India. He notes that India is an important emerging market for DuPont where processed food consumption is rising. To address malnutrition, DuPont aims to invest $10 billion in R&D by 2020 to develop new products, engage with 2 million youth, and improve livelihoods for 3 million small farmers. Jones also discusses new probiotic product guidelines in India and DuPont's focus on key industries like dairy, frozen desserts and beverages.
At DuPont Nutrition & Health, our approach to sustainability addresses our entire value chain. Life cycle assessments
of our ingredients have long given important insights into how our raw material sourcing and production activities
impact the environment.
This document provides a summary of Nestlé's 2014 performance and activities related to Creating Shared Value. It discusses Nestlé's commitments to nutrition, water, rural development, environmental sustainability, human rights, and its people. Key metrics are presented on economic performance, products, suppliers, water use, emissions, waste, energy, workforce, and safety. The CEO messages emphasize Nestlé's belief that business success requires creating shared value for society by addressing nutrition, water, and rural development issues.
H2OGO is a platform that connects local water entrepreneurs with businesses and non-governmental organizations to fund water projects. It functions as a "Craigslist" for water projects by providing a searchable database of entrepreneurs and organizations that can be filtered by region, project type, or partner NGO. The platform also communicates simple and sustainable funding options to help businesses invest in water projects at the community level through existing NGO partnerships. The goal of H2OGO is to grow the number of water projects worldwide and ensure long-term support through continued private sector involvement and reinvestment.
MCC is seeking a mobile application developer with 3-4 years of experience to develop front-end coding for mobile apps using PhoneGap. The role offers benefits like PF, medical insurance, bonus, and LTA. The company was founded in 1975 and has long-term customer relationships. It provides regular training on technologies like Android and iOS and focuses on career growth from Software Trainee to Project Manager. The developer will be responsible for front-end coding, debugging apps, and submitting apps to app stores. Strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, frameworks, and mobile development technologies are required.
Business Process Services: Redefining Business Process OutsourcingCognizant
Business process services (BPS) enables organizations across industry and functional silos to more effectively lash together the collective strengths of global talent, standardized processes and the latest technology to deliver continuous business impact.
Qubee is a wireless broadband internet provider that aims to provide affordable and reliable internet access to underserved communities in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other parts of Asia and Africa. The company was founded in 2007 and uses WiMAX technology to deliver broadband internet services through various residential and business packages. Qubee faces competition from other internet providers but sees opportunities for growth in emerging markets that lack reliable internet access.
As a matter of ignorance often we become biased by Myth related to health which is false belief or idea.To lead a healthy life certainly we have to abide by Islam & Science.
The document is a business process reengineering report for Takaful Pakistan, an Islamic insurance company. The report identifies issues with Takaful Pakistan's traditional fragmented processes and proposes solutions based on business process reengineering principles. Key points:
- Currently processes are divided into siloed departments, leading to long lead times and complexity.
- Authority is centralized, requiring multiple approvals that slow the process.
- Customer priority is not established, with all applications treated equally regardless of customer type.
The proposed solution converges tasks into an end-to-end process handled by a cross-functional "Fareeq-e-Takaful" team. It also implements a flattened authority structure and prior
Unilever's 2012 Progress Report summarizes their work on the Unilever Sustainable Living Plan (USLP). The USLP aims to help more than 1 billion people improve their health and well-being, halve the environmental footprint of Unilever's products, and source all agricultural raw materials sustainably by 2020. In 2012, Unilever made progress on reducing energy, water, and waste in factories. They also increased sustainably sourced agricultural raw materials to 36% and purchased all palm oil through GreenPalm certificates. Looking ahead, Unilever is committed to further progress on the USLP goals through partnerships and initiatives that contribute to sustainable growth.
DuPont Food Security Fact Sheets: Together we can feed the worldDuPont
DuPont is committed to addressing global food security through science-based innovations across its businesses. It has convened an external advisory committee to examine public policy and business practices to achieve food security. In response, DuPont committed to goals focused on R&D, engaging youth, and improving rural communities by 2020. Progress so far includes $1.2 billion invested in R&D and outreach to over 500,000 smallholder farmers and youth.
2013 General Mills Global Responsibility ReportGeneralMillsPR
On April 30, 2013, General Mills released its 2013 Global Responsibility Report, which outlines the company’s progress and commitments in the areas of health, environment, sourcing, workplace and community engagement.
Abbott developed Similac Advance EarlyShield infant formula to support babies' immune systems based on input from mothers and health professionals. The formula contains prebiotics and nucleotides shown to promote digestive and immune health. Abbott sources high-quality ingredients and subjects all materials to strict safety standards. The accompanying SimplePac packaging was redesigned for hygienic and easy use based on mother feedback. Its unique design eliminates the need to handle powder directly. Abbott responsibly markets nutrition products and ensures marketing practices comply with relevant standards.
Thermo Fisher Scientific produces an annual corporate social responsibility report that summarizes their initiatives in business sustainability, employee involvement, and philanthropic giving. The report discusses efforts to increase productivity and efficiency, reduce waste and environmental impact, invest in employees, and support local communities through charitable donations and volunteer programs. These CSR programs are aligned with the company's core values and mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
The Footprint Forum went to Fruit Towers to talk about Agriculture Abroad and the positive contribution that Foodservice can make to the global food system and sustainability
The document discusses environmental sustainability and sustainable development goals. It provides information on key goals like affordable clean energy, no poverty, climate action, zero hunger, and the Paris Agreement. Case studies on the environmental management systems of Panasonic and McKinsey & Company are presented. The importance of environmental sustainability to businesses is discussed. Ways individuals can contribute to sustainability are listed as planting trees, supporting sustainability organizations, carpooling, recycling, and minimizing waste.
The document discusses climate action (SDG 13) and taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. It provides an overview of climate change, including that greenhouse gas emissions are over 50% higher than in 1990 and global warming is causing long-lasting changes that threaten irreversible consequences if unchecked. It notes that people around the world are suffering from extreme weather and that vulnerable groups are most severely impacted. The goal of climate action is to integrate measures into national policies and strategies to reduce greenhouse gases, build resilience, and lower carbon footprints.
Jacobs’ capabilities span the
spectrum of engineering and
professional services, including
management systems, information
management, decision-making
support, resiliency, management
consulting, organisational change
and communications. We provide
these specialised services alongside
traditional engineering design, build
and operate capabilities.
Brian Jones, Regional President of DuPont Nutrition & Health for South Asia, discusses DuPont's focus on the Indian market and efforts to address malnutrition in India. He notes that India is an important emerging market for DuPont where processed food consumption is rising. To address malnutrition, DuPont aims to invest $10 billion in R&D by 2020 to develop new products, engage with 2 million youth, and improve livelihoods for 3 million small farmers. Jones also discusses new probiotic product guidelines in India and DuPont's focus on key industries like dairy, frozen desserts and beverages.
At DuPont Nutrition & Health, our approach to sustainability addresses our entire value chain. Life cycle assessments
of our ingredients have long given important insights into how our raw material sourcing and production activities
impact the environment.
This document provides a summary of Nestlé's 2014 performance and activities related to Creating Shared Value. It discusses Nestlé's commitments to nutrition, water, rural development, environmental sustainability, human rights, and its people. Key metrics are presented on economic performance, products, suppliers, water use, emissions, waste, energy, workforce, and safety. The CEO messages emphasize Nestlé's belief that business success requires creating shared value for society by addressing nutrition, water, and rural development issues.
This document summarizes key points from a presentation about ensuring organizational survival through sustainability. In 3 sentences: Global population and resource demands are increasing dramatically, putting pressure on the planet and challenging businesses. To survive long-term, companies must build an integrated sustainability strategy, take responsibility for social and environmental impacts, and innovate new business models. The presentation argues that project managers will play an important role in enabling organizations to successfully transform their operations and ensure sustainability.
This document is Abbott's 2022 Global Sustainability Report. It summarizes Abbott's progress against the goals of its 2030 Sustainability Plan. For its priority of innovating for access and affordability, Abbott has integrated design principles to make new products more accessible. It has also launched new technologies to help treat chronic diseases like diabetes more affordably. Abbott aims to improve the lives of 3 billion people annually by 2030, reaching 1 billion more than in 2020. It continues developing solutions to reduce preventable deaths from diseases like HIV, hepatitis, and COVID-19.
Unilever is a leading supplier of fast-moving consumer goods that are sold in over 190 countries. Its purpose is to make sustainable living commonplace. The Unilever Sustainable Living Plan aims to help more than 1 billion people improve their health and well-being, halve the environmental impact of its products, and source 100% of agricultural raw materials sustainably by 2020. Unilever forms global partnerships to achieve these goals and create transformational change on unmet health needs.
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Business Model and Strategic Plan Part I: Conceptualizing a New
Product or Service Division of an Existing Business
Use the University of Phoenix Material: Business Model and Strategic
Planning Outline as a guide to complete sections of your capstone
project each week. A final paper is due in Week 5. Cite your resources.
Write a 1,400- to 1,750-word paper in which you explain the importance
of innovation in your selected business's vision, mission, and values,
and determine your business model for this new division. Include the
following:
• Propose a new product or service for the new company division. The
division should be customer-focused with an innovative mission
statement. Ensure that you are differentiating your product or service.
• Describe how the division addresses customer needs and achieves
competitive advantage.
• Create a vision and a business model for this new division that
clearly demonstrates your decision on what you want your business to
become in the future.
• Explain how the vision, mission, and value of the new division align
with the company's mission and vision.
• Summarize how the vision, mission, and values guide the division's
strategic direction.
• Define your guiding principles and values for your division in the
context of culture, social responsibility, and ethics.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
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Astra Polymers is the leading and preferable Masterbatch, Additive and Thermoplastic compounds manufacturing company.
Established in 1993, Astra Polymers is an ISO 9001:2008 certified and considered to be the largest masterbatch producing company in the Middle East with ongoing (domestic and overseas) major expansions. Astra Polymers produces high quality black, white, color and additive masterbatch, as well as custom-made thermoplastic compounds plus liquid based or paste colorants and custom compounding for the polymer manufacturing, polymer converting, petrochemical and plastics processing industries.
Astra Polymers produce masterbatch solutions that are either general purpose or application specific. Application specific grades include masterbatch for : Fiber, (PP, PET, PE), BOPP, Agricultural, Horticultural & Multi-layer films, PET Preform / sheet production & Specialist Pipe manufacture.
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Join Yasmin Borain, Head of Experience Design at Publicis Sapient, and Jani Cortesini, Creative Strategy Lead at Google Zoo, for a hands-on workshop on how to use design to help achieve the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
In September 2015, the General Assembly adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development that includes 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). All organisations and individuals in the world have a responsibility to collaborate and make sure we achieve them together.
More and more, people want brands to make a positive contribution to society but it is also our responsibility as designers to make sure this happens through the products and services we create.
Don’t miss this inspiring and interactive day where you will learn how to use Design as a way of solving existing customer and business problems, that also contribute to the achievement of SDGs goals. You will learn more about the latest technology and inspiring case studies around sustainability from some major organisations, and you’ll also work on real client briefs and create solutions that will help organisations achieve customers, business and brand needs that have a real purpose.
This workshop will show you how to develop your strategic thinking around sustainability and brand purpose, to help brands connect people to values and have an impact in the world.
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The document discusses why companies are moving towards a circular economy. It notes that resource scarcity and price volatility pose risks, while the circular economy presents opportunities to mitigate risks, reduce costs, and improve competitiveness. Companies that implement circular principles around durability, reuse, recycling, and reduced material use can address climate change and prepare for upcoming regulations. The circular economy is a $4.5 trillion business opportunity that companies are pursuing to manage risks and capture benefits of a sustainable, resilient economic model.
This document is Mondelēz International's 2021 ESG Report which summarizes the company's environmental, social and governance priorities and progress. It discusses Mondelēz's purpose of empowering people to snack right through offering the right snack made the right way. The report provides an overview of Mondelēz's ESG strategy, goals and initiatives in areas such as sustainable sourcing, climate action, packaging, social impact and diversity. It also highlights accomplishments in 2021, including setting a goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and advancing diversity, equity and inclusion.
This document contains an assignment on business ethics and the business environment submitted by Navan Sodhi. It includes answers to 5 questions:
1. Sustainable development is defined as economic development conducted without exhausting natural resources and ensuring economic and environmental benefits are available to all.
2. Additional measures Nestle could take to protect the environment include improving manufacturing eco-efficiency, conserving water resources, and investing in reducing waste and resource consumption.
3. An organization that works towards sustainable development will matter more in the future because it ensures human potential and prosperity while protecting the planet for present and future generations through responsible consumption, production, and action on climate change.
HOWARU Probiotics have many benefits, but sometimes it can be difficult to get the overview of which food products may contain probiotics and the effects they might bring to your health – this infographic sums it all up for you.
HOWARU® 益生菌系列针对不同人群和健康需要有许多好处。有时候我们可能不知如何选择:哪些食品可能会含有益生菌,它们会带来何种健康益处。下面这张图为您总结解答。
Results of combining three specific Lactobacillus plantarum strainsDuPont
How a combination of 3 specific Lactobacillus plantarum strains reduces low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and improves other cholesterol and lipid parameters in adults with hypercholesterolemia. (Presentation from ESC 2015 in London)
Protein-fortified food & beverage market opportunities
Protein is a macronutrient that is growing in appeal and demand in today’s market. Consumers of all ages recognize its benefits in muscle health, weight and energy management and actively seek it in the foods they buy. Here some facts about proteins
Probiotic-fortified food & beverage market opportunities
Probiotics are live microorganisms, or “friendly bacteria,” similar to organisms that occur naturally in the digestive tract. These good bacteria have been clinically shown to support digestive and immune health, and have been linked to other emerging benefits. Here some facts about probiotics
Fiber-fortified food & beverage market opportunities
In today’s market, fiber enjoys strong awareness and is perceived as a nutrient that
delivers important health benefits. However, many consumers don’t get enough fiber
in their diets. With high dietary need and positive awareness, demand for high-fiber
fortified foods and beverages will remain strong.
Here some facts about dietary fibers
From Beverage innovation summit 2015. Jean Heggie, Strategic Marketing Lead and George Rakes,
Senior Technical Fellow. Both from DuPont Nutrition & Health share the choices and challenges involved in successfully formulating ready-to-drink protein beverages
AFN Chile_Ingredientes Saludables para el Control de Peso y Saciedad.pdfDuPont
El documento habla sobre ingredientes saludables para el control de peso y la saciedad. Explica que la proteína de soya y la polidextrosa de soya ayudan con el control de peso y la saciedad. También discute sobre el aumento de la obesidad a nivel global y las estrategias para promover una dieta saludable como aumentar el consumo de proteínas y fibra.
Taking a look at DuPont Today
At DuPont, we have a great story to tell.
DuPont has evolved since 1802 – from a gunpowder mill in Delaware to an integrated Science company.
We work collaboratively to find sustainable, innovative, market-driven solutions to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges, making lives better, safer, and healthier for people everywhere.
Our Core Values -- safety and health, environmental stewardship, respect for people and highest ethical behavior -- are the bedrock for everything we do, and set the tone for how we operate our business around the globe.
Our company employs over 60,000 people in more than 90 countries working collaboratively to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges.
Take a further look at DuPont Today
DuPont Chair & CEO Ellen Kullman: Prepared Remarks for MIT 2014 CommencementDuPont
In her 2014 commencement remarks to 2,700 graduates at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), DuPont Chair & CEO Ellen Kullman shared thoughts on how being an engineer has prepared her to solve problems. "I approach the problem like the mechanical engineer I am," Kullman said. "I think about how heat, light and water can make a difference. It's a focus that I have used throughout my career and life, and I want to share it with you."
Food Policy Impacts Economic Growth in NigeriaDuPont
DuPont Advisory Committee on Agricultural Innovation and Productivity: Nigeria successfully invested in its agriculture infrastructure through market-driven initiatives
Food security in focus: Sub-Saharan Africa 2014 is
an Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) report
commissioned by DuPont. The report discusses the
major findings in the 2014 Global Food Security
Index (GFSI) for the 28 countries of Sub-Saharan
Africa included in the index.
Food security in focus: North America 2014 is an
Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) report
commissioned by DuPont. The report discusses the
major findings in the 2014 Global Food Security
Index (GFSI) for the three countries of North
America included in the index.
Food security in focus: Europe 2014 is an Economist
Intelligence Unit (EIU) report commissioned by
DuPont. The report discusses the major findings in
the 2014 Global Food Security Index (GFSI)) for the
26 countries of Europe included in the index.
Food Security in Focus: Central & South AmericaDuPont
Food security in focus: Central & South America 2014
is an Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) report
commissioned by DuPont. The report discusses the
major findings in the 2014 Global Food Security
Index (GFSI) for the 18 countries of Central &
South America included in the index.
Food security in focus: Asia & Pacific 2014 is an
Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) report
commissioned by DuPont. The report discusses the
major findings in the 2014 Global Food Security
Index (GFSI) for the 22 countries of Asia & Pacific
included in the index.
Midiendo el Progreso General de la Seguridad Alimentaria y NutricionalDuPont
Comité Consultivo de DuPont para Innovación & Productividad Agrícolas: el informe de 2014 evalúa los avances y desafíos globales en seguridad alimentaria y nutricional; agricultores, agricultura sostenible, capacitación de mujeres campesinas.
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Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
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2. Science meets Innovation.
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Welcome to The Global Collaboratory™
With expertise spanning two centuries, diverse industries and more than 90 countries,
our company is uniquely positioned to help solve some of the world’s biggest challenges.
For more than 200 years, DuPont has brought world-class science and engineering to the global marketplace through innovative
products, materials and services. Our market-driven innovation introduces thousands of new products and patent applications
every year, serving markets as diverse as agriculture, nutrition, electronics and communications, safety and protection, home and
construction, transportation and apparel.
Today, DuPont is proud to build on this heritage by partnering with others to tackle the unprecedented challenges in food,
energy and protection now facing our world. With global population expected to exceed nine billion by 2050, DuPont is
working with customers, governments, NGOs and thought leaders to discover solutions to today’s toughest challenges.
Together, we believe we can provide enough healthy food for people everywhere, decrease dependence on fossil fuels, and protect
people and the environment for generations to come. We look forward to what a third century of science and innovation can do.
Together we can build a
secure energy future.
While the demand for energy grows,
the supply of fossil fuels will not.
With a growing population, we will
need to use those existing resources
as efficiently and effectively as
possible, and find better ways to
harness renewable energy sources,
as well. These transitions will
stimulate new industries and power
clean economies.
Together we can
feed the world.
Together we can protect
what matters most.
Ensuring that enough healthy,
nutritious food is available for
people everywhere is one of the
most critical challenges facing
humanity. Our focus on providing for
the needs of a growing population
will help developing countries
prosper, and foster economic
growth around the world.
A growing global population places
increased pressure on people and
the environment. As the world
develops, humanity places greater
value on both life and the earth we
all share. We believe that our social
and environmental ecosystems
are precious, and we’re working to
protect them.
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3. We are driving a new era of sustainable
growth as we continue to transform
DuPont. We’re building a higher value,
sustainable growth company focused
on providing solutions to large global
issues. The people of DuPont continue
to advance our sustainability journey as
we explore, discover, innovate and deliver
solutions to global challenges.
We have three strategic priorities:
agriculture and nutrition, bio-based
industrials, and advanced materials. In
each area, DuPont has leading science
that is valued by our customers and
which enables us to continue to build
a distinctive set of higher margin,
sustainable growth businesses. More than
ever, sustainability is a core component of
each of our business strategies.
In 2012 we made tremendous progress
against our 2015 sustainability goals,
achieving most of these goals three
years ahead of schedule. Given that
accomplishment, we have begun defining
our next set of sustainability goals. In this
report, we’ve included two areas that are
outlined for 2020. One is Energy, which
we announced in 2011. The other is a
new category in its first year of reporting
– Food Security. In the near future we
will announce a complete set of 2020
sustainability goals that will reflect the
overall strategic direction of DuPont.
As always, the DuPont Core Values
of Safety and Health, Environmental
Stewardship, Highest Ethical Behavior
and Respect for People serve as
“In 2012 we made
tremendous progress
against our 2015
sustainability goals…”
the backbone of how we operate as
individuals and as a company. They will
continue to guide us in our effort to find
sustainable, innovative, market-driven
solutions that will make lives better, safer
and healthier for people everywhere.
With our resources, talent, and science
concentrated on clear strategic and
operational priorities, we will accelerate
progress toward our long term growth
targets while delivering near term value
to our shareholders. We will continue
to challenge ourselves with sustainability
goals that create value for all of our
stakeholders, and through our product
innovation, business strategy, and
operations we will meet them.
Ellen Kullman
Chair of the Board & Chief Executive Officer
20+ YEARS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SUCCESS
DUPONT GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE 1990–2012
ABSOLUTE FOOTPRINT VALUES RELATIVE TO BASELINE
2012 PERFORMANCE VERSUS 1990
160%
PERCENT OF 1990 (2004 FOR WATER)
140%
120%
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
Production
up 45%
CO2 eq.
down 59%
Energy
down 6%
Hazardous Waste down 66%
Water
down 12%
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4. At DuPont, our sustainability journey
has evolved over the last few decades.
We began by responding proactively to
calls for environmental compliance, and
by reducing our operational footprint.
Since the early 2000s, we’ve expanded
our sustainability efforts into marketdriven goals that have helped us produce
more sustainable solutions for customers.
This year, we’re beginning to report
progress in a new category, Food Security.
Throughout this journey we’ve made
significant progress in sustainability – and
this year is no exception.
Since 2004, we’ve reduced our greenhouse
gas emissions by 25 percent, surpassing
the goal by 10 percent, and we’ve lowered
our global water usage by 12 percent. Our
Market-Facing Goals have seen progress
since 2011, producing an additional
$2 billion in revenue from products that
reduce greenhouse gas emissions and
$11.8 billion in revenue from products
based on non-depletable resources.
“We’ve made such
substantial progress
toward our 2015
commitments that the
time has come for us to
look more broadly toward
the future.”
In the new category of Food Security,
DuPont has set goals to help ensure
sustainable food production in order
to ultimately end world hunger and
guarantee food safety. We’re investing
more than $3 million each day on
research and development to this end,
and we’ve already begun to see progress
in our goals to strengthen agricultural
systems and make food more available
and nutritious.
We’ve made such substantial progress
toward our 2015 commitments that the
time has come for us to look more broadly
toward the future. We’re focused now on
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determining our 2020 sustainability goals,
as well as defining the ways in which we
can make new leaps and bounds toward
our vision of solving the world’s greatest
challenges. Our perspective is that new
technologies - such as biotechnology
and nanotechnology – offer compelling
benefits, and should be part of the suite
of solutions that help bring safe and
nutritious food to the world, decrease our
dependence on fossil fuels, and safeguard
people and the planet. Therefore societal
acceptance of these technologies will be
critical. We’re committed to working
closely with stakeholders to understand
concerns, to make sure our solutions are
safe, and to be transparent about our
work in these areas. We know that our
ability for future growth is contingent
upon our continued effort to be a
socially and environmentally responsible
corporate citizen.
We look forward to sharing with you a
complete set of our 2020 sustainability
goals in the near future, and to furthering
our sustainability journey.
Linda J. Fisher
Vice President of DuPont Safety, Health &
Environment and Chief Sustainability Officer
5. SUSTAINABILITY GOALS PERFORMANCE SUMMARY
GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY
SINCE 2012
$1.2 BILLION
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT
1040
NEW
PRODUCTS
INNOVATION TO FEED THE WORLD
361,920
162,670
YOUNG
PEOPLE
ENGAGED IN EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
LIVELIHOODS OF SMALL HOLDER
FARMERS AND COMMUNITIES IMPROVED
ENERGY
SINCE 2010
1.2% REDUCTION
IN NON-RENEWABLE ENERGY INTENSITY
MARKET-FACING
FOOTPRINT
$879 MILLION
REDUCTION
25% GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
1661
12% REDUCTION
21% REDUCTION
SINCE 2011
INVESTED IN R&D FOR
PRODUCTS THAT REDUCE
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
SINCE 2004
WATER CONSUMPTION OVERALL
NEW
PRODUCTS
OR SERVICES THAT MAKE
PEOPLE SAFER
$2 BILLION
IN REVENUE FROM PRODUCTS
THAT REDUCE GREENHOUSE
GAS EMISSIONS
$11.8 BILLION
IN REVENUE FROM PRODUCTS
BASED ON NON-DEPLETABLE
RESOURCES
WATER CONSUMPTION IN
SCARCE AND STRESSED AREAS
91% U.S. VEHICLES
REDUCTION
65%
100% ISO 14001
USING LEADING TECHNOLOGY
AIR CARCINOGEN EMISSIONS
CERTIFIED DUPONT
LEGACY SITES
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6. Science meets Feeding the World.
The consequences of hunger and malnutrition are so devastating, so multi-faceted, that no one country, let
alone one company, has all the answers. That is why we are committed to working with others — through
collaborations with NGOs, governments, academia and others in the industry — and by working locally with
farmers from Kenya to Mexico to the Ukraine to address their unique challenges. DuPont is setting sizeable
goals that are achievable by 2020 to help end world hunger and ensure food security.
Hunger meets Innovation
DuPont Pioneer introduced Optimum®
AQUAmax® hybrids that demonstrated a
more than eight percent yield advantage
in water limited environments and almost
a two percent yield advantage in favorable
growing conditions.
DuPont Crop Protection launched
Cyazypyr™ insect control, a unique active
ingredient to control a broad spectrum
of damaging insect pests in many crops
around the world. Cyazypyr™ combines
effective pest control with a favorable
environmental profile, to help growers
establish and protect crops to produce
a healthier and stronger crop resulting
in improved quality and increased yield
opportunities at harvest. For example,
tomato farmers in Argentina are thrilled
with the long-lasting effectiveness at low
use rates, which offers great results while
minimizing impact on the environment.
Farmers have also commented that they
are impressed with the short pre-harvest
intervals and virus protection that
Cyazypyr™ offers.
Food Security Challenge
meets Inspired Youth
DuPont is partnering with 4-H to engage
youth in five African countries to build the
skill and will to contribute to addressing
the food security challenge. Programs
include a Leadership Institute for adult
4-H leaders and enterprise gardens for
building hands on farming and business
training for youth. More than 14,000
young people were impacted in 2012.
Smallholder Farmers
meet Prosperity
Working closely with small farmers in
Colombia, DuPont Nutrition & Health
is providing Marschall® brand rennet
(enzymes) for cheese production – keeping
food fresher longer, reducing waste and
increasing the standard of living for farmers.
DuPont Crop Protection developed
special projects aimed at farm safety and
education across Brazil through Safety and
Health in the Field. More than 115,000
farmers, families and rural professionals
were trained in 2012.
Food meets Biotechnology
DuPont integrates many different
sciences to help meet the challenges of
growing global populations. Within the
agriculture, nutrition, health and biobased market segments, we invest $3
million a day in research and development.
Biotechnology is one of the many tools,
along with traditional methods like plant
breeding, we employ to help meet the
world’s food, feed and fuel demands while
reducing our footprint on the planet.
We are proud of our science and the
contributions it has made to making food
healthier and more nutritious, fresher
longer, safer and more sustainable.
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2020 FOOD SECURITY GOALS
INNOVATING
TO FEED THE
WORLD
The work will center on producing more food,
enhancing nutrition, food and agriculture
sustainability and safety, boosting availability
and shelf life, and reducing waste.
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ENGAGING
AND EDUCATING
YOUTH
GOAL: $10 BILLION GOAL: 4,000
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
INVESTMENT BY 2020
NEW PRODUCTS WILL
BE INTRODUCED BY 2020
GOAL: 2 MILLION
2012 PROGRESS: $1.208 BILLION
2012 PROGRESS: 1040
2012 PROGRESS: 361,920
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FACILITATE 2 MILLION ENGAGEMENTS OF YOUTH
AROUND THE WORLD IN EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
8. 2015 Market-Facing Goals
OUR 2015 GOALS
MARKET-FACING
capture safety, environment, energy and climate
challenges facing global markets, and respond
with new products and services to help meet
our customers’ needs and expectations for more
sustainable offerings.
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879
823
660
667
2010
570
2009
GOAL: $640 MILLION
322
900
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
2007
2008
2011
2012
PROGRESS: Increased research and development investment to $879 million in 2012.
We assess our R&D programs against the following 10 product sustainability categories related
to environmental performance as seen by the customer/consumer. To qualify, programs provide
a clear superior benefit in one or more categories while being at least on par with the incumbent
product in all other categories qualified for inclusion.
• Climate Change
• Disposal
• Energy Use
• Ecosystems and Biodiversity
• Pollution
• Water
• Material Use
• Toxicological Risk
• Waste
• Use of Non-Depletable Resources
New Products Goal
GOAL: Introduce at least 1,000 new products or services that help make people safer globally.
1207
1661
NEW PRODUCTS THAT MAKE PEOPLE SAFER
928
GOAL: 1000
NEW PRODUCTS
675
1800
1600
1400
1200
1000
800
600
400
200
0
371
In addition to activewear fabric, Sorona®
fiber is used in residential and commercial
carpets, apparel and automotive mats and
carpets. Sorona® provides sustainability benefits
throughout the value chain – from polymer
production, to extrusion at lower temperatures,
to lower dyeing temperatures. With Sorona®
fiber, designers, carpet mills, apparel brands,
and consumers can make more environmentally
friendly choices without sacrificing performance.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT
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As a renewably sourced material, Sorona®
provides enhanced sustainability benefits
throughout the value chain, from the reduction
of oil consumption to energy and production
savings to easy care for consumers. DuPont™
Sorona® contains 37 percent annually renewable
plant-based ingredients by weight. DuPont
conducted a cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment
of Sorona® and found numerous environmental
benefits of Sorona® polymer production
compared to nylon. Sorona® polymer production
uses 30 percent less non-renewable energy and
reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 63 percent
compared to the production of an equal amount
of nylon 6. The life cycle assessment also shows
no catalysts containing any heavy metals are
used in the polymerization of Sorona®, and no
additional chemical treatments for stain resistance
are required, a benefit for manufacturers.
GOAL: Double investment to $640 million in R&D programs with direct, quantifiable environmental
benefits for our customers and consumers.
MILLION DOLLARS
Activewear manufacturers and consumers alike
appreciate the comfort stretch of DuPont™
Sorona® because it provides freedom of
movement, making outdoor activities more
enjoyable. Ideal for use in performance fabrics for
active outdoor apparel, Sorona® provides comfort
stretch and good color fastness to maintain
bright, bold colors. And for the consumer,
performance fabrics made with Sorona® resist
fading from harsh UV light and can withstand
repeated washings, extending the garment’s life.
Environmental Research And Development Investment Goal
NEW PRODUCTS OR SERVICES
Sustainable Fibers Help Activewear
Fabrics Go the Extra Mile
2007
2008
2009
PROGRESS: Introduced 1,661 products as of 2012.
2010
2011
2012
9. 2015 Market-Facing Goals
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
GOAL: Increase annual revenue by at least $2 billion from products that create energy efficiency
and/or significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We estimate these products will
contribute at least 40 million tons of additional carbon dioxide (CO2) equivalent reductions by our
customers and consumers.
REVENUE FROM PRODUCTS THAT REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
2.5
2
1.9
1.5
GOAL: $2 BILLION
1.6
BILLION DOLLARS
2
Keeping Baked Goods Fresh
2010
More food reaches landfills and incinerators
than any other single material in municipal
solid waste, and yet much of that food was
perfectly edible. Bakery products are one of the
worst culprits for avoidable food waste, with
approximately 30 percent of bakery goods like
bread, cakes and cookies thrown away before ever
making it onto our plates. Often these items are
discarded simply because of the perception that
they have gone stale and dry.
1
0.1
0.5
0.7
0.5
2007
2008
0
2009
2011
2012
PROGRESS: Increased revenue to $2 billion in 2012.
CUMULATIVE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS REDUCTION
35,000,000
28,600,000
30,000,000
15,000,000
0
480,000
2007
5,000,000
203,000
10,000,000
2008
2009
2010
15,800,000
20,000,000
6,570,000
25,000,000
53,000
MILLION METRIC TONS, CO2 EQUIVALENTS
40,000,000
2011
2012
Revenue From Products Based On Non-Depletable Resources
GOAL: Nearly double revenue from non-depletable resources to at least $8 billion.
REVENUE FROM PRODUCTS BASED ON NON-DEPLETABLE RESOURCES
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GOAL: $8 BILLION
7.7
4
6.9
6
7.4
8
2009
2010
5.9
BILLION DOLLARS
10
11.8
12
2
0
2007
2008
2011
2012
Using an integrated science approach, DuPont
Industrial Biosciences and DuPont Nutrition
Health are helping to reduce this problem
which is costly for both industry and consumers.
Enzymes, such as our PowerFresh™ enzyme
range, play a key role in delaying the staling
process and thereby reducing bread waste in
retail and households. When enzymes are applied
in the baking process, less bread needs to be
stored, transported, sold, packed, processed and
produced per consumed amount – resulting in
significant reductions in environmental impact.
In fact, just one kilogram of the PowerFresh™
enzyme results in several hundreds of kilograms
of carbon dioxide equivalents avoided in the
bakery value chain.
Our enzymes are designed to meet all bakery
needs when processing white, whole meal and
specialty bread products, such as brioche and
panettone. The entire enzyme range demonstrates
the ability to maintain a soft, moist crumb
texture for considerably longer than traditional
anti-staling solutions. Studies show that it is this
softness that consumers perceive as freshness
when choosing which bread to buy. As a
consequence, bread waste is reduced due to fewer
product returns and the fact that consumers
are less likely to throw part of the bread away.
Reducing today’s bread waste is an important
way we can help our customers minimize their
impact on the environment.
PROGRESS: Increased revenue to $11.8 billion in 2012.
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10. 2015 Footprint Goals
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goal
GOAL: Since 1990, DuPont has reduced global greenhouse gas emissions measured as carbon dioxide
(CO2) equivalents by 72 percent. Further reduce at least 15 percent from a base year of 2004.
FOOTPRINT GOALS
identify opportunities where we can reduce our
operational impacts, including decreasing greenhouse
gas emissions, water consumption and energy usage.
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2008
2009
16.6
13.9
15.6
13.9
15.4
17.3
16.1
18.6
16.1
2007
2010
2011
2012
Water Consumption Goals
GOAL: Reduce water consumption by at least 30 percent at global sites that are located where the
renewable freshwater supply is either scarce or stressed as determined by the United Nations
analysis of river basins globally. For all other sites, we will hold water consumption flat on an
absolute basis through the year 2015, offsetting any increased demand from production volume
growth through conservation, reuse and recycle practices.
GLOBAL WATER CONSUMPTION
45
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
29.0
31.0
2006
31.6
32.3
2005
30.8
31.6
2004
29.6
31.0
GOAL: 33 BILLION
32.7
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
2012
PROGRESS: Reduced absolute water consumption by 12.2 percent compared to 2004 baseline.
WATER CONSUMPTION IN WATER SCARCE OR STRESSED LOCATIONS
5.7
5.0
4.0
5.2
5.8
6.0
5.0
5.9
6.0
5.8
7.0
5.1
OUR 2015
ENVIRONMENTAL
2006
6.0
This project generated numerous benefits for
the Fayetteville site. Specifically, the project
reaped water savings (12 million gallons of water
recycled annually), energy savings and carbon
footprint reduction from decreased natural gas
usage (1.6 million pounds of carbon dioxide)
and financial savings from a decrease in chemical
treatment costs.
2005
GOAL: 15.8 MILLION
PROGRESS: Reduced 25.3 percent from 2004 baseline.
6.4
The site’s commitment to responsible use
of resources is demonstrated by its initiative
to capture and reuse the steam used in its
manufacturing operations. Collecting and
reusing steam condensate results in energy
savings from recycling water that has already
been heated and treated. When water is reused in
operations, it must be completely free from iron
and other deposits, otherwise contaminated water
can cause issues when routed to the boiler. The
team found that by adding a water softener to
the condensate returned from the manufacturing
process, the clean, iron free condensate could be
readily reused in the process.
2004
BILLION GALLONS
The DuPont-Fayetteville Works site is situated
along the Cape Fear River in North Carolina.
Here, employees work together to create
materials that go into products like Tedlar® – a
film used to help make photovoltaic solar
modules more durable and weather-resistant,
Nafion® – a membrane which improves fuel cells,
and SentryGlas® and Butacite® – layers used in
safety glass for cars and buildings. The site invests
millions of dollars in maintaining advanced
environmental facilities, many of which relate to
responsible water and energy management.
BILLION GALLONS
Capturing Steam Condensate
MILLION METRIC TONS, CO2 EQUIVALENTS
GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
GOAL: 4.5 BILLION
3.0
2.0
1.0
* Baseline includes sites under
construction when goal was set.
0.0
*BASELINE
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
PROGRESS: Decreased water consumption in water scarce and stressed areas by 20.9 percent
compared to baseline.
11. 2015 Footprint Goals
Fleet Fuel Efficiency Goal
Fleet Data
GOAL: 100 percent of the off-site fleet of cars and light trucks will represent the leading
technologies for fuel efficiency and fossil fuel alternatives.
91%
GOAL: 100 PERCENT
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2011
2012
19.7
20.4
21.1
22.0
22.9
15.0
15.2
15.1
15.8
16.2
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
Europe
2012
2010
Average CO2 Emissions
Per Car (g/km)
62%
8%
2006
2009
Trucks
49%
7%
2005
2008
Sedans
78%
Average
MPG Per Car
19%
5%
PERCENT OF VEHICLES USING
LEADING TECHNOLOGY
FLEET FUEL EFFICIENCY
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Leading technology vehicles currently
considered for fuel efficiency are: Flexible Fuel
Vehicles, Hybrid, Clean Diesel and E85. We are
also tracking improvements in fuel efficiency
through our fleet management company, PHH.
195
186
186
160
142
PROGRESS: Increased to 91 percent of U.S. vehicles using leading technology.
Going for Gold
Air Carcinogen Emissions Goal
GOAL: Since 1990, DuPont has reduced global air carcinogen emissions by 92 percent. Further
reduce by at least 50 percent from a base year of 2004.
1.46
1.47
1.72
1.48
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
0.59
0.75
0.72
0.84
GOAL: 0.9 MILLION
0.82
MILLION POUNDS
AIR CARCINOGEN EMISSIONS
2.0
1.8
1.6
1.2
1.0
0.8
0.6
0.4
0.2
0.0
2012
PROGRESS: Reduced emissions 65.6 percent since 2004.
ISO 14001 Certification Goal
GOAL: 100 percent of our global manufacturing sites will complete an independent third-party
verification of the effectiveness of their environmental management goals and systems.
2007
SITES: 135
SITES: 150
SITES: 143
SITES: 111
SITES: 83
SITES: 57
PERCENT OF ISO 14001 CERTIFIED SITES
ISO 14001 CERTIFICATION
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
GOAL: 100 PERCENT
* Reflects legacy DuPont sites as of
2006 when goal was set.
2008
2009
2010
PROGRESS: 86 percent of sites are ISO 14001 certified.
2011
2012
DuPont is a proud participant in sustainability
initiatives that increase and improve the energy
efficiency of buildings. That’s why we were
excited when the office building at our Chestnut
Run Plaza facility achieved LEED (Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold
certification.
Sustainability is a key element of the building’s
design, demonstrated by the green roof and a
state-of-the-art solar array that offsets energy
needs. At least 50 percent of the wood-based
materials used in construction of the building are
certified from sustainable forests. The building also
features advanced technology into its function and
aesthetics, such as waterless urinals, energy efficient
LED lighting and HVAC systems.
More than 20 DuPont products are incorporated
into the building’s structure, electronic systems
and décor including:
• Corian® solid surface material used as siding
on the building’s exterior, countertops
in dining areas and multiple decorative
applications
• Zodiaq® quartz surfaces for interior surfaces,
kitchen countertops and vanity tops
• Tyvek® CommercialWrap® used to help
prevent air and water infiltration
• Solar panels from DuPont Apollo, Ltd.
• Glass fortified with SentryGlas® ionoplast
interlayer
• Elvaloy® used in the “white roof ” to reflect the
sun and reduce the load on cooling systems in
the summer months
• Carpet tiles made with rapidly renewable
Sorona® fiber.
This building demonstrates how DuPont is
using integrated science to make buildings more
sustainable.
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